Wellington's Chamber of Commerce is raising concerns about the new minimum wage
Wellington's Chamber of Commerce is raising concerns about the new minimum wage
1 April 2021
The hourly rate increases today from 18 dollars and 90 cents, to 20 dollars an hour.
Chamber chief Simon Arcus says it comes at a bad time, and adds another cost for businesses in a tight and uncertain environment.
He says the change will cause significant stress particularly on small businesses, worst hit by the pandemic.
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